Pirates Should Go After Alec Bohm as Offseason Free Agent Target

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a lot of work to do this offseason, starting with how the team builds out the roster for next season.

Following an 82-80 finish in 2026, the Pirates are now looking to 2027 as the year that the long playoff drought ends. But in order for Pittsburgh to make this become a reality, the front office is going to have to spend some money.

The Pirates have a solid core in place, with multiple young players taking a step forward in their development process. But if the front office is able to add some quality pieces around the younger players, it could help the team out greatly.

One name that could be an option for the Pirates is infielder Alec Bohm, who has been with the Philadelphia Phillies. There has been mixed reporting about whether Bohm would return to Philadelphia, which could open the door for a team like the Pirates to strike.

Bohm's 2026 season was a tale of two halves, with his first half being weak, while he came on strong in the second half. In the second half, the infielder hit .304 over the final 62 games, showing a sign of life for Philadelphia.

Overall, Bohm hit .249 with 15 home runs and 88 RBIs, while posting an OPS of .698. Toward the end of the year, he became a reliable hitter, with Bohm producing in the playoffs, hitting .333 with one home run over three games.

While there are some concerns about the consistency of Bohm throughout his career, he could fit in well with the Pirates lineup. Bohm has historically been good about left-handed pitching, which is a massive need for Pittsburgh to address this offseason.

Over his career, Bohm has a career .853 OPS against left-handers, showing a strong ability to get the job done. This past season, the veteran posted a .816 OPS in 192 plate appearances against lefties.

This could fit in well with the Pirates, giving them someone to help deal with a big need for the lineup. Bohm could also help shore up the third base position, which would be a win-win for Pittsburgh.

The Pirates could become contenders next season, with the group trying to get into the playoffs, but they will need some additional firepower to help out. Bohm could be a solid option for this team, helping to address multiple areas of concern.